A dental hygienist is required to complete either a two-year or four-year dental hygiene program, as well as pass state licensing exams. Complete continuing education courses every three years as a dental hygienist with advice from a dental hygienist in this free video on dental hygienist education.Expert: Jennifer Salamin Bio: Jennifer Salamin has been working as a dental hygienist for seven years. She is a graduate of Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Mich., and has been working for Dr. Brian Merkel since graduation. Filmmaker: Travis Waack

February 17th, 2010 at 9:50 pm
Depends on where you live. Some states you have to take continuing ed credits every 2 years not 3!
February 17th, 2010 at 9:50 pm
Thanks!